The Hyena Scientist Contributor(s): Montgomery, Sy (Author), Bishop, Nic (Author) |
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ISBN: 0544635116 ISBN-13: 9780544635111 Publisher: Clarion Books OUR PRICE: $17.09 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: May 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Mammals - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Zoology - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - Africa |
Dewey: 599.740 |
LCCN: 2017015658 |
Lexile Measure: 1000 |
Series: Scientists in the Field (Paperback) |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 11.2" W x 9.1" (1.35 lbs) 80 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - African - Topical - Boy's Interest - Topical - Girl's Interest |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 195124 Reading Level: 6.8 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 3.0 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This myth-busting new addition to the critically acclaimed Scientists in the Field series by Sibert medal winning team Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop is perfect for nonfiction readers looking for more female scientist narratives, or a fresh perspective on an underrepresented animal--Hyenas Timely and inspiring, The Hyena Scientist sets the record straight about one of history's most hated and misunderstood mammals, while featuring the groundbreaking, pioneering research of a female scientist in a predominately male field in this offering by Sibert-winning duo Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop. As a scientist studying one of the only mammalian societies led entirely by females, zoologist Kay Holecamp has made it her life's work to understand hyenas, the fascinating, complex creatures that are playful, social, and highly intelligent--almost nothing like the mangy monsters of pop culture lore. |
Contributor Bio(s): Montgomery, Sy: - In addition to researching films, articles, and over twenty books, National Book Award finalist Sy Montgomery has been honored with a Sibert Medal, two Science Book and Film Prizes from the National Association for the Advancement of Science, three honorary degrees, and many other awards. She lives in Hancock, New Hampshire, with her husband, Howard Mansfield, and their border collie, Thurber. Website: symontgomery.com Twitter: @SyTheAuthor.Bishop, Nic: - Nic Bishop, who holds a doctorate in the biological sciences, is the photographer of many acclaimed books for children. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand.Visit his website at: nicbishop.com |